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Party Fish and Chip Van in Hickstead
Party fish and chip van in Hickstead: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Garden get-togethers
- Retirement celebrations
- Street parties
Fresh fish and chips in Hickstead
Hickstead parties: what to know
Hickstead is about 3 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. For parties in Hickstead, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Hickstead. We serve all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from Hickstead to Brighton (10 miles away).
If the day starts at The Parish Church of St Peter, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives. Within reach of Hickstead are historic houses such as Ockenden Manor (3.4 miles north-east) and Tyes Place (5 miles north). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first. Hickstead is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Parties anywhere in RH17 and BN6 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. Close by, we cover parties in Goddards Green (1 mile east), Sayers Common (1 mile south), Abbotsford (2 miles east), Ansty (2 miles north-east) and Hurstpierpoint (2 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Crawley (10 miles north), Horsham (9 miles north-west), Worthing (13 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (5 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (3 miles east) and East Grinstead (14 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Dene Hospital (1.3 miles east) and Clayton Castle (4.6 miles south-east). Open spaces near Hickstead include Wolstonbury Hill and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include St Paul's Catholic College (1.8 miles east)
About our party fish and chip van in Hickstead
Food is fried to order, so it’s hot and crisp, rather than sitting on a buffet table all afternoon. For retirement parties and reunions and family get-togethers, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, gravy and cod and chips and more.
Near Hickstead, parties are often in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the route. Everything is fried fresh at your party, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and handed over as soon as it’s ready.
- Location
- Hickstead (RH17, BN6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Takeaway run or book a van?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Hickstead?
People book a chip van for parties because nobody has to cook. And it’s fun.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Retirement parties
- Street parties
- Summer garden parties
- Family reunions
Guests arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Burgess Hill station, about 3.1 miles east.
Comparing caterers
- Any minimum charge
- How many hours the van serves
- The van’s size and access needs
- The deposit and payment dates
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Put allergy details in writing
- Check the street’s parking rules
Put bins and napkins near the hatch.
Your own cake makes the perfect finish.
A chip van compared with other options
Buffets are simple but rarely memorable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. Larger groups generally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book our van in Hickstead
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- All the chip-shop extras
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Something for guests to gather round
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Towns and villages near Hickstead
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Common questions in Hickstead
Is Hickstead too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Hickstead from London?
About 37 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Hickstead.
Where the van can park in Hickstead
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
How it works
There is very little for you to do on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your party. The frying and serving are down to us. Autumn and winter parties in Hickstead get dark early: about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, use our quote form.
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What affects the price in Hickstead
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where the event is
- Where the van would park
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A picture of the parking spot
Send us the date, the address or RH17 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and you’ll get a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch